A Bit of Cyn

Last night Drew woke up screaming around 9:30 pm. I went in to comfort him and get him back to sleep. I tried everything: rocking, singing, bouncing, nursing, humming, shushing, walking, cradle hold, hip hold, etc. Nothing, and I mean nothing, worked.

Ron finally woke up and came in to see what was wrong. The minute Drew saw his dad, he held out his arms for him. He immediately stopped screaming and settled his head into Ron’s shoulder. He let out a couple sighs (you know, that relaxed, I’m happy and content sigh?), and fell right to sleep. It was the sweetest thing. Guess he just wanted his dad.

Two Friday’s ago my sister and niece came over to watch the kids so Ron and I could go to dinner alone. This was extremely nice of them. When we got home, my sister said, “Sophia’s spending the night!” Ron eagerly packed a bag for her and made sure she understood what was happening, and that she wanted to do this. When I saw her, she was dressed in her pajamas and ready to go. We sent her on her way, telling her how fun it was going to be with Auntie Katherine and cousin Amanda.

My sister called me about 5 times that night. Every time I saw her number I was sure Sophia had decided she needed/wanted to come home. No, my sister just wanted to tell me how cute and good she was. I finally told her to only call me when she fell asleep or needed to come home. Turns out she fell asleep, with Amanda, around 9:45 pm. (About her normal bedtime…sigh…)

She made it all night! She did fall out of Amanda’s bed (she’s not used to a normal bed), but continued sleeping. At some point she crawled back into her bed. But she never got up, never worried or cried. I couldn’t believe it. Such a big girl!

I’ll admit I was a little sad. (Maybe that’s not the right word?) She really no longer needs me. (I know she needs me, but she’s independent/confident enough to be away from me. I’m thrilled that she is, and sad that she is. Seems so conflicting!) Overall, I’m thrilled that she stayed the night and had such a great time. I love that my niece (who’s 10) wants to be close to my daughter. I love that my sister wants to be close to my daughter. It melts my heart…

The other good news? My sister called tonight to see if Sophia could spend the night on Tuesday. We asked Phia if she wanted to, and she said yes. She was so excited! I love that she’s so excited about it. But, I am still leaving myself open to the fact that I just may have to pick her up and bring her home. Either way, I’m excited for her and proud of her. Oh, and excited for us! Now, if we could only find someone to take Drew….

On Friday, Drew said his first word! The whole family was in our room and out of no where I hear this little voice say “Ah-oh!” I wasn’t sure I heard it right. But then, he said it again. Music to my ears, I tell you. Now he says it all the time. I still think it’s so cute. I love his little voice. And I’d be lying if I didn’t say I’m a bit relieved. At least I know he can talk.

Oh, and he’s beginning to follow commands. If you ask him to get the ball, he will. He can discriminate among the toys and pick out the ball. So cool to watch them learn and grow.